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Joan Eccles
August 17, 2024
ECCLES, A. Joan – Peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Saturday, August 17, 2024 in her 90th year.
Beloved wife of the late Alvin Eccles (2018). Loving mother of Leslie Eccles and his wife Sheila of Conn, Patricia Eccles, Douglas Eccles, and Paul Eccles and his wife Carmen, all of Mount Forest. Proud grandmother of Stephanie, Ryan (Cara), Sandy, Nichole (Marc), Paula (Mark), Amanda (Paul), Connie (Rob), and Heidi (Travis) and great-grandmother of Peyton, Patricia, Johnathan, Johannah, Chloe, Serena, Taylor, Ava, Nash, Brynleigh, Hunter, and Sybil. Joan will be fondly remembered by Katy, Melissa, Jason, Amy and Dolly her extended family and many friends. She is predeceased by her parents George and Ethel (née Bye) Johnson, her brother Edward A. Johnson, and her grandson Cory Eccles.
Joan was the secretary of the Mount Forest United Church for 33 years. She loved spending time at her trailer, camping and watching Nascar Racing, but above all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and will forever be remembered as “GGma”.
A Memorial Reception will be held at the Mount Forest United Church in the lower hall, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest on Saturday, September 28th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Private interment at the Mount Forest Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy memorial donations to Cancer Patient Services or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences
To the Eccles Family, I send my sincere condolences.
I am a distant JOHNSON cousin and grew up at Moorefield.
Our families always kept in touch and I am into genealogy, so I want you to know that your Johnson cousins think of you and share in your loss. May God be your comfort and strength, at this time.
In sympathy, Muriel Steeb and Family
My condolences to Joan's family on your loss of a great matriarch and to the community who lost a great volunteer.
— Hugh Perrin, September 4, 2024Pat, I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a constant in my life for years, once a week at 11:00 o'clock if I remember correctly. We had lots of laugh during that hour and I'll remember her fondly. My sincere condolences to you and all your family.
Donna Shaw
We were very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. We remember her well from her many years as a dedicated and caring church secretary. She will be missed.
— Bob and Donna McFarlane, August 28, 2024So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Patricia. Our condolences to you and your family. Donna and Dave Meyer
Joan is remembered for her wonderful smile and hearty laugh especially during times when someone needed encouragement and support. In the church office, at the arena, or on the street it was good to chat for a few moments (or longer!). Our sympathy to all of her family. She will not be forgotten.
— Bonnie and George Holliday, August 24, 2024We are sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She will always be in your heart.
— Doug and Brenda Hawkrigg, August 23, 2024To the Eccles Family, I wish to express my condolences on the passing of your Mother and Grandmother, Joan. She will be missed by her Family and by many Friends that she made through her many years as Secretary at Mount Forest United Church and through her work with the Christmas Hampers. She always found time for this at one of the busiest times of the year. Keeping these memories in your heart will forever keep her close to you.
Blessings from Marlyn Howard & Family
My sincere condolences for the loss of your mother and grandmother and great grandmother to the whole family. I knew Joan all of my life she was a wonderful lady who did so much for our community and the Mt Forest United Church. She will be missed by so many especially her grandchildern and great memories grandchildern
So sorry for your loss Pat, I just had a flash back of us in grade 7 Mr Love's class were we sat beside each other. That particular day was very scary for us... I'm sure you would remember. I won't say any more.
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The Underwood family would like to extent our sincere condolences. your mother was a very special lady to so many, she loved her family. We all could tell by the way she talked about her family. Remember all the memories.
— Marilyn Hohnstein (Underwood), August 22, 2024Saddened to hear of Joan's passing. The McGuire family has so many fond memories of growing up with the Eccles family; camping & boating. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Ron & Janice McGuire, August 21, 2024Our deepest sympathies go out to the Eccles family. We are so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing and hope many fond memories will bring you comfort during this difficult time.
— Mark and Emily Bye, August 21, 2024I am saddened to hear of Joan’s passing. She was a pleasure to get to know. My condolences to Joan’s friends and family, she will be greatly missed.
— Krystal, August 21, 2024To the entire Eccles family, my deepest condolences on your loss. Joan was quite a remarkable woman. She will be missed by many.
So sorry for your loss
— Karen and Murray Rachar, August 21, 2024Our deepest sympathies for the entire Eccles family. Joan was a beautiful lady and she will be missed.
My sympathy and many memories are with Joan's family at this sad time. I got to know Leslie, Patricia, Douglas and Paul quite well as I taught them at Kenilworth Public School. This was a shock to me when I saw the notice of your mother's passing.
I knew Joan all those years when she worked as secretary at the United Church and then again after her retirement when she was volunteering at the Mount Forest Museum and Archives. Joan will be greatly missed in this community.
Pauline Brown
To the entire Eccles family, our deepest sympathy and condolences. She was a great lady and always had a smile for everyone.
— Karen Switzer Jim Seifried, August 21, 2024Thinking of you all and my thoughts and prayers go to you. Joan so enjoyed her roll as secretary and also doing the Christmas Hampers. Most of all she loved and appreciated her family Take care
— Virginia Byers, August 21, 2024Sending condolences to you Pat and family on the loss of your dear Mother.
— Donna Robertson, August 21, 2024Our sincerely condolences to the family…Joan did so much for the community including her work with the church and Christmas hampers.
Many fond memories…
Condolences to the Eccles family, Joan was a special person in my life, she was a huge blessing in this world there is no one else like her. Joan was alway's happy when i saw her and never had an unkind word to anyone that i know of. She will truly be missed by many. Say hi to Shane Joan til we meet again.
— Darlene Rivers, August 21, 2024Sending our condolences at this most difficult time. Cherish the memories.
— Lorne and Florence Moyer, August 21, 2024We have fond memories that go way back to the days at the arena and good conversations with Joan over the concession counter during skating times. She was a kind and gracious presence. We send our condolences to you. Regards from Aletha and Bob McArthur
— Aletha and Bob McArthur, August 21, 2024So sorry for your loss. I didn't know her well but Mark always thought the world of her. She will be missed.
— Sheryll Veidemanis, August 21, 2024Condolences on the loss of your Grandmother Sandy. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this challenging time.
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